2024 BMW X5 vs. 2024 Cadillac XT6 Review

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2024 BMW
X5

MSRP*: $65,200 to $89,300
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2024 Cadillac
XT6

MSRP*: $48,795 to $60,295
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MPG - City 17 - 23 MPG 18 - 21 MPG
MPG - Hwy 22 - 27 MPG 25 - 27 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 6 - 7 seats
Cargo Space 72.3 ft3 78.7 ft3
Engine
  • 375-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 523-hp, 4.4-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 235-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 310-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 375 - 523 hp 235 - 310 hp
Towing Capacity 6,603 lbs 1,000 - 4,000 lbs
Exterior Length 194.3 in 198.5 in
Exterior Width 78.9 in 77.3 in
Leg Room Front 39.8 in
Rear 37.4 in
Front 41.2 in
Rear 39.1 in
Head Room Front 40.7 - 40.8 in
Rear 38.7 in
Front 39.8 in
Rear 39.1 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Cadillac XT6 than in the BMW X5, due to its greater head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the BMW X5 and the Cadillac XT6.

Convenience
The BMW X5 requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Cadillac XT6, making it more convenient to drive.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The BMW X5 is somewhat more expensive than the Cadillac XT6.

Dimensions
Since the BMW X5 is much wider than the Cadillac XT6, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. The BMW X5 is slightly shorter than the Cadillac XT6, which may make it easier to park.

Handling
The BMW X5 has a larger turning radius than the Cadillac XT6, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the BMW X5 is clearly the choice over the Cadillac XT6 for pulling heavy loads. The BMW X5 has a little more horsepower than the Cadillac XT6.

Powertrain
The BMW X5 has much lower torque than the Cadillac XT6, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
The BMW X5 has less seating than the Cadillac XT6, making the Cadillac XT6 the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. The BMW X5 has less cargo space than the Cadillac XT6, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.